Ballincollig Family Resource Centre

03/06/2026

***Job Advertisement***

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job: Child in Care Driver (Relief Staff)
Location: Cork City and County
Base: Ballincollig FRC
Contract Hours: Relief Panel
Reporting to: Centre Manager Ballincollig FRC
Overall, Purpose of the Post:
The role of the Driver is to transport children in care to and from services, access, Therapy etc and other transport needs as they arise.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Be available on a flexible basis
• Driving children in care to and from access, appointments or to placement
• Ensuring child’s safety and wellbeing while in transit
• Follow all protocols for this position
• Maintaining service records in compliance with company policy.
• Ability and willingness to be flexible in approach to work and be responsive to service needs.
• Any other duties as requested by the Manager, or delegated manager.
• Maintain GDPR and confidentially while carrying out the duties of this job and working with others.
Other Requirements:
• Flexibility is needed as this role may include evening and weekend work.
• Clean driver’s licence and letter of indemnification is required by the company.
• The position is subject to the completion of a satisfactory Garda Vetting process and reference checks.
Terms & Conditions:
This post is funding dependant.
Probation: A probationary period of 6 months applies, wherein three probationary meetings will take place to review your performance and suitability for appointment. The probationary period may be extended or terminated for any reason at the discretion of Ballincollig FRC.
Annual leave: Annual leave entitlement is 20 days pro rata per annum and proportionately less for less than 12 months service.
Ballincollig FRC operates a pension scheme and HSF Health Plan for which all employees may avail of.
Garda Vetting and Children First are essential and will be required for all prospective employees

To apply please send CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected]

The closing date for receipt of applications is: Friday 12th June 2026
Ballincollig Family Resource Centre is an equal opportunities employer. This position is funded by TUSLA Child and Family

25/05/2026

Spaces available in our Fun Factory from now until the end of June.

Applications can be made here : https://forms.monday.com/forms/93a35c49a8b743f5ca8923b0940730c5?r=euc1

The children experimented last week and made their own Volcano

14/05/2026

Spaces available in our Fun Factory on Tuesdays and Thursday 2pm-4pm from now until the end of June.

Applications can be submitted here: https://forms.monday.com/forms/93a35c49a8b743f5ca8923b0940730c5?r=euc1

08/05/2026

Cork City Partnership is organising 2 workshops to promote health ageing for Men on Tuesday 5th and 12th May at O’Connell Court,
Togher Cross 10am till 12 noon. These workshops will look at practical ways that men can support their health and wellbeing.
For further information or to book a place contact:
Mary Sheehy at [email protected] or 087 1962015

01/04/2026

24/03/2026

Still some spaces in our crafting workshop next Tuesday. Ring reception to book your space ☺️

Register for our Easter Crafting workshop by calling us on 0214876295.

09/03/2026

Ballincollig Family Resource Centre would like to extend a big thank you to all the lovely ladies who joined us yesterday for International Women's Day. What a turn out! It was truly lovely to see so many people participate in such an uplifting day.

A special thank you also to our accomplished guest speakers who shared their insights with inspiration and motivation. Your words encouraged reflection and connection among everyone who attended.
The Burnout Coach, East Cork Nutrition, Emma Davis Author, Guilty Hair&beauty, Sally Crowley

It was a lovely celebration of community support and the strength of Women. When women thrive, we all rise.

A special thank you to Peter at Nosh Ballincollig who once again supplied us with the lovely teas, coffees and delicious cakes.
Also to Aidan in our local Dunne's Stores who supplied us with equally delicious cakes!

We would also like to extend our sincerest gratitude to the many local businesses who kindly donated gifts and prizes for the day. Your generosity added to the celebration and was greatly appreciated.

Acknowledging the wonderful support from the following,

Sisu Ballincollig, Clockhouse Nurseries Plant emporium , Hickeys Pharmacy, Talbot Hotel Ballincollig, Lee Travel Ballincollig, The Anglers Cork, Specsavers Ballincollig, The Reel Picture Ballincollig, MD O' Sheas Ballincollig, Mulberry House Furniture Store Ballincollig, Mayumi Restaurent, Elite Boutique & Turquoise Jewellers Ballincollig, Nu Schuz, The Village Deli Cafe, Lusso Ballincollig, Blondie Cafe, Good for the Soul, Paul O' Connor Shoes, Leaf & Bower, M&Co Hair Salon, Mark Vincent, Chocolate Hair Salon, Havana Nails, Tradehouse Central, Silk Peaches, Essence of Beauty, The Quay Co Op, Cookbook by East Cork Nutrition, A selection of books by Emma Davis Author, Beauty voucher by Guilty Hair&beauty, Beauty Hamper, Wine and Chocolate Hamper from Social Prescribing and Therapy Hub at Ballincollig Family Resource Centre.

We salute and thank you all! 🪻

07/03/2026

Its almost here!
International Women's Day! 🪻

Looking forward to celebrating with all of you lovely ladies who have accepted our invitation to tomorrows Event here at the Family Resource Centre.

Please arrive at least 10/15 minutes before our 2.30pm start, to get settled in your seat. Also be mindful that parking is only with a disc, which can be purchased at the two pay machines in the car park.

We cant wait to see you and hope you'll have a fabulous day here with our wonderful guest speakers.🪻

05/03/2026

With International Women's Day looming this Sunday we are excited to welcome all who have already registered with us. We have now reached capacity in numbers and are no longer able to take further bookings.

A gentle reminder to be aware that parking here at the Centre is Pay and Display and there are two pay machines in the car park. If we could also ask you to arrive 10-15 minutes before to secure a seat.

It promises to be a wonderful afternoon and we here at the Centre, are looking forward to sharing it with you!

03/03/2026

Alone Co-ordinator Regina Moore will be in the resource centre on Friday 6th offering support to all on ageing safely, securely and independently in their home. All welcome